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OYSTER PERPETUAL SEA-DWELLERCITIZEN OF THE DEEPRolex created the Oyster Perpetual Sea-Dweller in 1967 to meet the challenge of prolonged underwater missions. The Sea-Dweller is specifically designed for saturation diving. Thanks to its helium escape valve, it can withstand decompression on ascent and master the return to the surface – the ...

OYSTER PERPETUAL SKY-DWELLERMASTERING TRAVEL TIMEElegant and technically sophisticated, the Oyster Perpetual Sky-Dweller was designed for those continually travelling the globe. Featuring the Saros annual calendar and Ring Command system, it simultaneously indicates two time zones, as well as the date and month, and allows them to be adjusted with ...

Oyster Perpetual SubmarinerTHE REFERENCE AMONG DIVERS’ WATCHESThe Oyster Perpetual Submariner and Oyster Perpetual Submariner Date, archetypes of the divers’ watch, epitomise the historic link between Rolex and underwater exploration.Launched in 1953, the Submariner was the first divers’ wristwatch waterproof to a depth of 100 ...

PERPETUAL 1908CUTTING-EDGE CLASSICISMElegant, classic and decidedly contemporary, the Perpetual 1908 immortalizes Rolex’s age-long daring spirit. Heir to the brand’s aesthetic heritage as much as to its numerous innovations in watchmaking, the watch marks a new milestone in the brand’s pursuit of excellence. This fine example of ...

Oyster Perpetual Day-DateTHE REALISATION OF AN IDEALWhen midnight strikes, the Oyster Perpetual Day-Date forms a bridge between past and future, between what has been achieved and what remains to be lived. Since 1956, it has borne witness to the greatest moments in history on the wrist of visionaries, virtuosos and pioneers. Those who make each day ...

Rolex and GolfROLEX & THE RYDER CUPRolex is Worldwide Partner of The Ryder Cup, the 44th edition of which takes place from 29 September to 1 October 2023 in Italy. Created in 1927, The Ryder Cup is one of the most watched sporting events in the world. Every two years, this team tournament pits Europe against the United States of America. It is ...

Oyster Perpetual Air-KingTHE SKY IS THE LIMITThe Oyster Perpetual Air-King celebrates the aeronautical heritage of the original Oyster. It pays tribute to those for whom the sky was a new frontier of adventure, exploration and groundbreaking achievement – a springboard for new ideals.  The Air-King symbolises the privileged relationship ...

Rolex and TennisROLEX & THE US OPENThe US Open is the final Grand Slam® tournament of the tennis season. As a privileged partner of the sport worldwide, Rolex has been associated with this event since 2018. As a vital partner of tennis, Rolex has been Official Timekeeper of the US Open since 2018.Inaugurated in 1881, this tournament has ...

Rolex and Tennis  ROLEX AND THE CHAMPIONSHIPS, WIMBLEDONRolex first partnered with The Championships, Wimbledon, in 1978. The world’s oldest tennis tournament is the temple of lawn tennis and of the original game. It is also where athletes become legends.Rolex is the Official Timekeeper and one of the major partners of all leading ...

Rolex and YachtingSAILGPRolex is the global Presenting Partner and exclusive Official Timepiece of the SailGP championship, a regatta circuit that pits the fastest sailing craft in the world against one another. It is raced on seas worldwide, on F50 foiling catamarans that seem to take flight across the water.          ...

Rolex and motorsport  THE 24 HOURS OF LE MANS  The centenary edition of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, a race that celebrates endurance and motor sport excellence, takes place on 10 and 11 June. Rolex has been the Official Timepiece of this legendary event since 2001.                     ...

    20 YEARS OF MENTORING THE GREAT ARTISTS OF TOMORROW  Rolex is celebrating 20 years of the Rolex Mentor and Protégé Arts Initiative, part of the brand’s longstanding commitment to global arts and culture.                            ...

DatejustMAKE A DATE OF A DAY  A milestone in watchmaking history, the Oyster Perpetual Datejust was the first self-winding waterproof chronometer wristwatch to display the date in a window at 3 o’clock on the dial. These numbers are a reminder that though 24 hours mark a day, it’s on us to make those a date to remember.  ...

Defying Excellence  Geneva, Watches & Wonders, 27 March - 2 April 2023  With its latest creations, Rolex demonstrates its perpetual pursuit of excellence. An ever-present challenge manifested in the brand’s ambition to perfect every component, question every method, and master every aspect of watchmaking expertise. The ...

Hans Wilsdorf was firmly convinced of a person’s ability to innovate and strive for excellence. More than 100 years after the creation of the brand, the founder’s philosophy is more present than ever.

Evolved from Rolex's deep involvement with exploration, discover the Rolex Oyster Perpetual Explorer now.

Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II  THE COSMOPOLITAN WATCH  The Oyster Perpetual GMT-Master II is  designed to display the time in two different time zones simultaneously. Robust and functional, it is the ideal watch for criss-crossing the globe.         Launched in 1955, the GMT-Master witnessed the rapid ...

The Lady-Datejust  THE AUDACITY OF EXCELLENCE THE LADY-DATEJUST  "A classic timepiece, designed for a lady." This is how some may describe the Oyster Perpetual Lady- Datjust. Maybe they're right. Since the early 20th century, Rolex has designed and crafted watches suited for the wrist of every woman, with the same standard of ...

Rolex has been the official timekeeper of the US Open since 2018. This year it is held at USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center from 23rd Aug. - 12th Sept.

Every year, Rolex releases new watches to its repertoire. This year, the brand has made updates to five of its collections, each carefully designed and with exceptional attention to detail. Explorer Ref: 124273 The Explorer models embody the privileged relationship that has always bound Rolex and exploration. Since the late ...